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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1918
Page
3
Alpine column lists Daisy Bakery bread sales and Daisy Bread promotion. Mentions W E Caldwell hay grain and feed, local court, district attorney in Fort Davis Alpine traffic, and several Alpine residents traveling, visiting, or sick. Notes on auctions, real estate, and upcoming church services.
Hays Hord sold his barber shop to C. Sparks this week. A family tragedy unfolds as A. J. Tippit’s son dies while another son returns home from service. The Human Fly Porche captivates a crowd at the Palace building with a daring porch ascent, drawing attention amid community events. Keep in mind the era’s touching notices and local rumors as families cope with illness and military duties.
SSG LINDSEY died in Carlsbad New Mexico while en route. The obituary states he died by accidental gunfire during a roadside incident. Survived by family members including Lindsey and Pat Lindsey. A San Antonio gardener attended the funeral of Mr Lindsey.
The Missard reaching the last Thursday was the severest in many years as a cold snap dropped temperatures to near forty below in some areas. Many were caught unprepared as busted water pipes and radiators caused damage while readings varied from two to six above.
A confused social incident left the Witations mortified after a party plan invited all children and intended guests. The invitation caused awkwardness when the event turned into an unintended joke, prompting reactions from both families.
An irrigation property listing from Fort Stockton outlines a 2 acre tract on a good graded road with water from the Main Canal. The land is fertile, free of alkali, and a heavy producer with alfalfa expected to pay in one year. Price listed as 2061 dollars with terms: half cash, balance in 1 and 2 years at 8 percent interest. Stockton, Texas. AEN Memorial Service notice invites lodge members and friends to attend service and related activities on the 20th, with the Woodmont chapter meeting and a procession to the church.
A social gathering of CMPTERS AND SPINNERS occurred Saturday evening near the big fireplace. The group knitted and chatted as they enjoyed the Vietrola, then the young ladies aided the gentlemen, Texas. Jan. 15 The honor feast for fall ceram has been announced by KJ Matthews Reg. ]Giller said it was time and Assistant Dean of the AM ha wid College of Arts. It includes all students with high averages and those who wish to thank Mr Oliver. The Alpine party included Mrs FE Gillet, Thalia Gillett, Anna D Lis oni the chaperon, Mrs F. Margan, Olive Caldwell, Leone Win Bennett, Gladys Anthony, Mary Jane Anthony, Mary Watling on, with J.J. Oliver, John W Sherman, Ray Camp and others.
The notice thanks readers for expressions of sympathy and the many floral offerings after a death, praying that the messengers of Heaven may rest upon all who extended kindness and support.
The completed Scientists Church in San As, costing $1000, was dedicated last Sunday. Mrs. WoT Henderson, formerly Miss Belle Black, served as clerk of the First Christian Scientist Society in San A. The event marks a milestone for the church amid debt concerns.
A brief notice from Clarence Hord requests payment of monthly profits and credits. It mentions Rye Bread to order and the bakery, urging friends and customers to settle dues promptly.
A morning ceremony described by Rev J H Lesser united Kenney and Mrs Lew Fulcher. Ketney, manager of a local meat market, and Mrs Keimey discussed the event as celebrants extend congratulations to the couple.
Reynolds wife of HW Reynolds died January 8 near Marfa and was buried in Alpine. She left a husband three young children a mother and kin. Rev J J Joe conducted the funeral at the Baptist church. She was a church member since Naylor University and lived a devout Christian life.
Local notes recount Hovey events and visitors including Mie BF Easter-Fom Jason and family. Storms last Thursday brought heavy snow and bitter wind with many cattle freezing. several inches fell and wrecked garden and ranch activities.
Announcement notes Ayala M. Dudley of El Paso as State Senate candidate for the Democratic party. July event references a campaign focus on agriculture and market needs including hay grain and feed.
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